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The agricultural sector has grown measurably in the 30 years of democracy -South Africa is now ranked 59th out of 113 countries in the Global Food Security Index and is the only African country within the world’s top 40 agricultural exporters. The challenge now is how to make that growth more inclusive.
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As we are fast approaching the second anniversary of South Africa’s Agriculture and Agro-processing Master Plan, there is very little to show in terms of implementation on the ground.
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The Tyhume River, flowing from the forested Amathole Mountains in South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, gives its name to a valley of 20 villages on communal land. Much of the land is being used to keep livestock, as crop production has declined over the years. This land is under the custodianship of traditional leaders.
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While South Africa’s national agriculture debt is now pegged at R200 billion – a 6% increase since 2019 – economists say it is too soon to panic as the number is well balanced against the value generated from the country’s agricultural assets.
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‘We have a very limited window of opportunity to urgently remove this water lettuce, which is currently very accessible,” said Rosemary Anderson, who has spent her whole life living alongside the Vaal River.
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Over 70 countries around the globe will hold elections this year in what will be a huge test for democracy with implications for policy, geopolitics and ultimately businesses. South Africa is one of these countries, with its national and provincial elections due to take place this year.
